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Learning List has reviewed print materials for Curriculum Associates’ Ready Common Core Math. Overview of Ready Common Core Math Ready Common Core Math is a supplemental resource for grades K-8 that supports math instruction and mastery of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics (CCSS-M). Across grades, instruction addresses grade-level CCSS-M while developing students’ understanding of key concepts and ability to apply them to solve real-world problems. The Ready Common Core Math Student Instruction Books present instruction in units organized by the CCSS-M Domains. Lessons are structured using the Gradual Release of Responsibility (GRR) model and presented in four sections: In Modeled Instruction , or “Explore Together,” students investigate different ways to solve a problem with teachers providing explicit modeling and support. During Guided Instruction , or “Learn Together,” students apply their learning to a new problem with teacher guidance and encouragement. “Talk About It” discussion activities allow students to explain their thinking and analyze the thinking of their peers. Guided Practice , or “Practice Together,” provides opportunities for students to solve new problems with teacher and peer support. During Independent Practice , or “Practice by Myself,” students solve problems independently and are encouraged to show their work. Content is presented simply with visual elements that support student understanding. Illustrated characters (i.e., Study Buddies) appear in the margins to pose questions and provide tips to guide students’ thinking. Units end with a set of review problems, which include a “Put It Together” extension question that requires students to synthesize the concepts they have learned to solve a problem. Learn More With Learning List's Reviews Learning List  has reviewed the alignment, instructional quality, and technology compatibility of Curriculum Associates' Ready Common Core Math . Contact info@Learninglist.com  for information about a low-cost subscription to access Learning List's reviews of this program and thousands of other widely used K-12 instructional materials. About Curriculum Associates* Curriculum Associates' connected portfolio of assessments, evidence-based curricula, and professional learning provides teachers with insights and tools to better understand and support every learner. The company's products, which include i-Ready®, Ready®, and BRIGANCE®, provide teachers and administrators with flexible resources that deliver meaningful assessments and data-driven, differentiated instruction for children. Information in this section is provided by or adapted from Curriculum Associates .

In 5 Tips for Planning an Effective K-12 Curriculum Review and Adoption Process , we discussed the decisions you need to make when planning an instructional materials adoption process. For an adoption to be successful, the selection committee must have sufficient guidance and time to review materials effectively. With so many materials on the market, narrowing the list of materials for the selection committee to review is a critical next step in any adoption process. This blog will outline three strategies for identifying which materials the selection committee will review. Develop a List of Available Materials To begin this process, put together a list of the materials available for the content area(s) and grade levels for courses covered by the adoption. This can be an arduous process. The Learning List , a free, publicly available directory of more than 15,000 titles of PreK-12 instructional materials can save you hours of work. Some states require districts to select from a certain list of materials. District policy may also restrict the materials a district can consider. Use the Non-Negotiables to Eliminate Materials from Consideration Once you have aggregated a list of materials for the district's consideration, use the list of the non-negotiables discussed in the prior blog post to eliminate materials that do not meet the district's basic requirements for the adoption (i.e., the maximum price, the minimum standards-alignment percentage, the necessary supports for students or resources for teachers, etc...). The non-negotiables list can help eliminate many materials from consideration. Distribute a Needs Assessment Another critical strategy in identifying the materials most likely to meet the district's needs is distributing a needs assessment to the relevant stakeholders. What is a Needs Assessment? A needs assessment is a survey for gathering feedback about the features stakeholders believe are necessary (i.e., "must haves") in the new materials(s). Typically, a needs assessment contains a list of features likely to be found in materials for the grade level(s) and subject(s)/course(s) covered by the adoption. Respondents are asked to rank or rate the importance of having each feature in the new materials. This distinguishes the must-have features from the nice-to-have features. What is the Purpose of a Needs Assessment? Distributing a needs assessment gives stakeholders beyond the selection committee an opportunity to participate in the adoption process. Giving all stakeholders a voice in the process helps build support for and mitigate opposition to the materials that are ultimately adopted. For the adoption of core materials, consider distributing the needs assessment to All teachers who will be using the newly adopted material, including teachers who provide support services All staff who will be supporting its implementation, such as instructional coaches and instructional technology staff Parents The community* A supplemental material will be used by fewer teachers and will impact fewer students than a core material. Therefore, when adopting supplemental materials, distributing the needs assessment to the teachers who will be using the materials and to the staff who will be supporting its implementation should suffice. Once the respondents have submitted their completed needs assessment, the person running the adoption should aggregate the needs assessment responses to identify a single list of features stakeholders believe the new materials must have. This list should be used to eliminate more materials from the list under consideration so that only between three and five materials remain on the list of materials the selection committee will review. Having helped hundreds of districts with their adoptions over the last decade, we have observed that giving a selection committee more than five materials to review typically results in lower-quality reviews and/or the submission of fewer completed rubrics. A district recently asked us whether they could distribute the needs assessment with the rubric. We explained that the needs assessment must be distributed before the rubric is distributed for the following reasons. The needs assessment should be distributed to many more stakeholders than just the selection committee members, whereas the rubric will only be distributed to the members of the selection committee. Moreover, the aggregated list of needs assessment must-haves should be used to customize the rubric the selection committee will use to review so that the rubric reflects the district's priorities for the adoption. Customizing the rubric will be discussed in the next blog post.

Are you looking for new ELA materials for K-5? Take a look at Learning List’s review of Amplify Texas Elementary Literacy Program (Amplify Texas). Amplify Texas is a comprehensive program that supports English language arts instruction for Pre-kindergarten through grade 8. Learning List recently reviewed the materials for grades K-5, which the Texas Education Agency made available to Texas school districts and charter schools at no charge during COVID . Overview of Amplify Texas Elementary Literacy Program Amplify Texas is designed to provide students with a strong skills foundation, knowledge of a variety of topics, and relevant, challenging texts. In grades K-2, Skills units provide systematic, explicit instruction in foundational skills and include decodable readers. Additionally, in grades K-5, Knowledge units intend for students to apply English Language Arts skills as they learn about topics. Texts are provided at varying levels of rigor and complexity. Because all students read the same texts, some may find certain texts conceptually challenging and overly long. For example, the Skills reader at the end of grade 2 focuses on the War of 1812 and is over 100 pages long. Materials do not include leveled readers or support for guided reading. Across grades K-5, students write for a variety of purposes, both formal and informal. Typically, all students respond to the same prompt. Skills lessons on grammar and mechanics are provided as separate lessons or as a separate section within a lesson. Each unit includes multiple student and teacher materials, many of which exceed 200 pages. There are no preprinted materials. Student materials must be used either digitally via fillable PDFs or printed. Supports for teachers include a “Lesson Plan Internalization” document, which provides a step-by-step process for reading and understanding the lesson, as well as heavily scripted lessons with comprehensive teacher guidance. Many lessons require teachers to create materials and purchase or acquire additional reading material for students. Read Learning List’s Editorial Reviews to learn more about the material's instructional quality, including its support for students with specific learning needs. About Learning List In addition to instructional quality reviews, Learning List has reviewed the alignment and technology compatibility of Amplify Texas Elementary Literacy Program. The alignment reports provide a detailed analysis of the material’s alignment to the grade-level TEKS and identify gaps. The Spec Sheet reviews assess the program’s technology compatibility and support for remote learning. To learn more about this product and thousands more PreK-12 instructional materials, contact Learning List for subscription information. About Amplify* Amplify strives to “lead the way in high-quality, next-generation curricula and assessments.” The company creates K-12 core and supplemental curriculum, assessment, and intervention programs in ELA, math, and science, with the goal of “helping teachers provide the targeted instruction students need.” Information in this section is provided by or adapted from Amplify .

The end of the school year and the impending ESSER cliff are two forces compelling districts to review their K-12 curriculum materials to determine which instructional resources to keep and which to discard. If you are involved in making those decisions in your district, the first question you are likely asking is, " Which materials are teachers using ?" Several companies, including Canvas , Day 180 , and Lightspeed Systems, can help you track the usage of digital materials. A staff survey and/or Input from instructional coaches can help gauge the usage of print materials. The next, and equally, if not more important question to answer is " Which materials should teachers be using? " Not all materials are created equally. Auditing your materials will help you separate the wheat from the chaff so that you can identify the high-quality materials to keep. This blog provides actionable, step-by-step guidance to help you audit your instructional materials. If you need help streamlining the process, Learning List's auditing tool can help. Contact us to learn more.

On May 22, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a proposed settlement order in a first-of-its-kind case against an education technology (ed tech) company for violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Rule. The settlement order contains valuable guidance for ed tech companies and school districts that work with them. Congress enacted COPPA in 1998 with the goal of protecting the safety and privacy of children online by prohibiting the unauthorized or unnecessary collection of children's personal information online by ed tech companies. The FTC is in charge of enforcing the law. To implement COPPA, the FTC passed the COPPA Rule which went into effect in April 2000 and was amended in July 2013. The rule requires online service providers and websites directed at children under 13 to notify parents about personally identifiable information the company intends to collect from their children and to obtain verifiable parental consent for the collection and use of that information. According to the complaint , until September 2022, EdModo operated an online platform and mobile app which allowed teachers to provide virtual classes for students. The company provided a free version of the service, called EdModo Platform, and a subscription version called EdModo Enterprise. Individual teachers could register for accounts independently on the free version. EdModo Enterprise required a school or district contract. Both EdModo Platform and EdModo Enterprise collected personal information from students without parental consent, including students' first and last names, email addresses, birthdates (between July-September 2020), and phone numbers (prior to July 2020). Students were permitted to provide additional information, including their school name and a profile picture. EdModo automatically collected personally identifiable usage and device information, such as cookies, IP address, device type, operating system, browser type and ID, and geographic location based on the IP address. EdModo's Terms of Service suggested that schools and teachers were responsible for obtaining verifiable parental consent, as required by the COPPA Rule. Furthermore, the company and its third-party advertising partners used the collected data to target ads to students, including students under 13, on the EdModo Platform. The FTC's complaint alleges that EdModo violated the COPPA Rule by: (1) failing to obtain verifiable parental consent prior to collecting, using, or disclosing personally identifiable information of children, (2) retaining personal information collected online from children for longer than reasonably necessary to fulfill the purpose for which the information was collected, and (3) unfairly requiring schools and teachers to comply with the COPPA Rule on the company's behalf without providing adequate information or support to meet the Rule's requirements. Those allegations in the complaint are consistent with the FTC's May 2022 policy statement which warned that the Commission would specifically focus on the following provisions of the COPPA Rule when investigating potential violations by ed tech providers: Prohibitions Against Mandatory Collection:  Companies cannot require children to provide more information than is reasonably needed for participation in the intended online activity. The guidance states, "Students must not be required to submit to unnecessary data collection in order to do their schoolwork."   Use Prohibitions:  Ed tech providers that collect personal information from a child with the school’s authorization may use that information only to provide the requested online education service. The guidance states, "In this context, ed tech companies are prohibited from using such information for any commercial purpose, including marketing, advertising, or other commercial purposes unrelated to the provision of the school-requested online service."  Retention Limitations : Ed tech providers are prohibited from retaining children’s personal information for longer than is necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected. The guidance states, "It is unreasonable, for example, for an ed tech provider to retain children's data for speculative future potential uses."  Security Requirements : Ed tech providers must have procedures to maintain the confidentiality, security, and integrity of children’s personal information. The guidance states, "ven absent a breach, COPPA-covered ed tech providers violate COPPA if they lack reasonable security." The policy statement also makes clear that "The responsibility for COPPA compliance is on businesses, not schools or parents - and agreements must reflect that." Companies that fail to follow the COPPA Rule face potential civil penalties, new requirements, and limitations on their business practices to stop unlawful conduct.  The proposed settlement order in this case fines EdModo $6 million and prohibits the company from Conditioning a child's participation in an activity on the disclosure of more information than is reasonably necessary to participate in such activity Using children's information for non-educational purposes such as advertising or building profiles Using schools as intermediaries in the parental consent process. The proposed settlement order also requires EdModo to Complete several requirements before obtaining school authorization to collect information a child Implement and adhere to a retention schedule that details what information it collects, what the data is used for, and a time frame for deleting it Delete models or algorithms developed using personally identifiable information collected from children without verifiable parental consent or school authorization. EdModo ceased operations in the United States during the FTC's investigation, so the fine was suspended due to the company's inability to pay. But, if the proposed settlement order is approved by the court, EdModo will be bound by this order if it ever resumes. its U.S. operations. The significance of this case, however, is the guidance it provides for ed tech companies and educators about the FTC's enforcement of the COPPA Rule. More information about COPPA's application to ed tech companies can be found here.

Curriculum Associates' i-Ready Reading TEKS and i-Ready Math TEKS provide supplemental, digital resources to support instruction and intervention in reading and mathematics for students in grades K-12. Learning List reviewed reading and math resources for grades K-8. i-Ready Diagnostic Assessments An adaptive, diagnostic assessment is the core of the i-Ready instructional program. In reading, the diagnostic test assesses students’ learning level in the following domains: phonological awareness (K and 1), high-frequency words (K-3), phonics (K-4), vocabulary (K-8), and reading comprehension for literary and informational texts (K-8). Across grades K-8, the math diagnostic test assesses students’ learning in numbers and operations, measurement and data, algebra and algebraic thinking, and geometry. Based on the results of the diagnostic assessments, students are assigned individualized learning paths made up of online video tutorials and teacher-led lessons. Assessment results also recommend students with similar learning needs for teacher-led, small-group instruction. i-Ready Video Tutorials In video tutorials, age-appropriate animated characters provide direct instruction and lead students through guided practice activities. Tutorials are interactive and provide immediate corrective feedback and explanations about why an answer is or is not correct. Tutorials end with a quiz, which students must pass with a score of 70% or higher (teachers may reset passing scores). Teacher-led Instruction Downloadable resources that support teacher-led individual, small group, or whole group instruction include “Step by Step” lesson plans and “Ways to Teach” activities. Step-by-step lesson plans provide in-depth instruction in a single skill. Ways to Teach suggests several activities or approaches to teaching a skill or reinforcing student learning. Read Learning List's independent editorial reviews to learn more about the design and quality of instruction in the i-Ready program. Learn More With Learning List's Reviews Learning List  has reviewed the instructional quality and technology compatibility of Curriculum Associates' i-Ready program, as well as the program's alignment to the ELA and math TEKS. Contact info@Learninglist.com  for information about a low-cost subscription to access Learning List's reviews of this program and thousands of other widely used K-12 instructional materials. About Curriculum Associates* Curriculum Associates' connected portfolio of assessments, evidence-based curricula, and professional learning provides teachers with insights and tools to better understand and support every learner. The company's products, which include i-Ready®, Ready®, and BRIGANCE®, provide teachers and administrators with flexible resources that deliver meaningful assessments and data-driven, differentiated instruction for children. Information in this section is provided by or adapted from Curriculum Associates .

Learning List reviewed Curriculum Associates’ STAAR Ready Reading, a supplemental resource to support reading instruction and preparation for STAAR testing in grades 1-8. Materials are available in print format. STAAR Ready Reading STAAR Ready Reading can be used to supplement a year-long core reading program, provide concentrated preparation for STAAR exams, and/or support Response to Intervention (RtI) programs. Instruction at grades 1 and 2 prepares students for the STAAR Reading test in grade 3. At each grade level, content is presented in short, scaffolded lessons that focus on one or more of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).  Instruction addresses vocabulary skills (e.g., context clues), literary genres (e.g., poetry), literary elements (e.g., plot, character), and reading comprehension strategies (e.g., make predictions). Each lesson is built around reading passages and contains an introduction to the TEKS, modeled instruction, guided instruction, guided practice, and STAAR practice activities. Reading passages include a variety of genres and topics of interest to students (e.g., Science at the South Pole), and lessons provide opportunities for collaborative learning. Instruction also addresses strategies for taking multiple-choice tests. Lesson introductions present the full text of the TEKS addressed by instruction. At grades 3-8, the table of contents in both student and teacher editions identifies the topic of instruction, the relevant TEKS codes for each lesson, and whether each TEKS is a Readiness or Supporting standard. STAAR Ready Test Practice books are available separately from the publisher (Learning List did not have access to these resources).  At grades 1-5, STAAR Ready Reading is available in Spanish. Learn More With Learning List's Reviews Learning List  has reviewed the alignment, instructional quality, and technology compatibility of Curriculum Associates' Ready Common Core Math. Contact info@Learninglist.com  for information about a low-cost subscription to access Learning List's reviews of this program and thousands of other widely used K-12 instructional materials. About Curriculum Associates* Curriculum Associates' connected portfolio of assessments, evidence-based curricula, and professional learning provides teachers with insights and tools to better understand and support every learner. The company's products, which include i-Ready®, Ready®, and BRIGANCE®, provide teachers and administrators with flexible resources that deliver meaningful assessments and data-driven, differentiated instruction for children. Information in this section is provided by or adapted from Curriculum Associates .

Choosing the right English language arts program can shape how students experience literature and develop critical thinking. Learning List has reviewed Carnegie’s Lenses on Literature  (Grades 6–12) , a program that blends rigor, diverse texts, and built-in supports to help every student access complex literature. About Lenses on Literature Learning List’s reviewers highlighted the following as some of the program’s distinguishing features:   A Consistent Instructional Cycle with Anchor Strategies The program follows a consistent instructional cycle made up of six sections that build on each other, grouping skills so that learning becomes increasingly complex throughout each unit:  Unit Launch Comprehension Building Knowledge Genre Study Synthesis Writing Process Throughout these sections, students engage with a consistent set of anchor strategies that reinforce comprehension, vocabulary, analysis, and writing. This predictability helps students focus on higher-order thinking rather than navigating new routines. Rich Use of Anchor Texts and Multiple Genres Every unit features an anchor text , a central piece of literature, supported by a variety of complementary texts across genres and cultures. This approach ensures students encounter a balance of classic and contemporary works while building knowledge and studying genres in depth. The variety of texts included in the program fosters engagement by connecting literature to students’ diverse backgrounds and experiences. Substantial, Customizable Supports for All Students The materials are available in English with translations in 11 additional languages for some components .   Lenses on Literature also offers a wide range of scaffolds to help meet student needs. For example, teachers can choose supports for multilingual learners at four levels: core, light, moderate, and intensive, to ensure that all learners are appropriately challenged. Learn More with Learning Li st This blog discusses only a few of the program’s strengths highlighted in Learning List's review of the material's instructional quality. Learning List  has also reviewed Lenses on Literature's alignment to the Common Core State Standards, as well as the technology compatibility of the program. Subscribe to Learning List  for access to reviews of this material and thousands of other K-12 instructional materials.   About Carnegie Learning* Carnegie Learning was founded in 1998 by cognitive and computer scientists from Carnegie Mellon University who teamed up with math educators at Pittsburgh Public Schools to launch a high-school math learning technology. Today, Carnegie Learning uses artificial intelligence, formative assessment, and adaptive learning to deliver solutions to education's toughest challenges across multiple subject areas, including mathematics, English language arts, computer science, and world languages. *Information in this section is provided by or adapted from Carnegie Learning .

Are you looking for a math program that encourages collaboration and communication about math? Take a look at Learning List’s reviews of Carnegie Learning’s Math Solutions. Carnegie Learning's Math Solutions Math Solutions is a comprehensive math program for students in grades 6-12. Learning List has reviewed middle school courses 2 and 3 and high school Integrated Math I.  The program organizes instruction in Modules. Each Module includes multiple t opics (chapters) in mathematics, such as algebraic expressions, line and angle relationships, and using exponential equations. The core instruction is comprised of two primary components, a consumable student edition and MATHia, an adaptive, digital tutor. Students work through assignments in the consumable workbook and participate in online activities through MATHia ®. A digital platform for teachers houses PDF versions of student material. The program focuses on students learning math deeply through thinking, working through ideas, and relating math to the real world. Students participate in activities that consistently require them to collaborate with each other as they explain, justify, and defend their solutions. Numerous opportunities to apply math skills to real-world situations, as well as assessments comprised primarily of open-ended, constructed response questions, distinguish this material. Read Learning List’s full editorial review for a qualitative analysis of the blended learning experience provided by Math Solutions. About Learning List Learning List  has reviewed the alignment of Carnegie Learning's Math Solutions to the Common Core State Standards and Standards for Mathematical Practice, as well as the instructional quality and technology compatibility of the program. Subscribe to Learning List  for access to the reviews of this material and thousands of other K-12 instructional materials. About Carnegie Learning* Carnegie Learning was founded in 1998 by cognitive and computer scientists from Carnegie Mellon University who teamed up with math educators at Pittsburgh Public Schools to launch a high-school math learning technology. Today, Carnegie Learning uses artificial intelligence, formative assessment, and adaptive learning to deliver solutions to education's toughest challenges across multiple subject areas, including mathematics, English language arts, computer science, and world languages. *Information in this section is provided by or adapted from Carnegie Learning .

Carnegie Learning’s ClearMath (K-5) is a comprehensive math program available in print and digital formats. ClearMath focuses on making math meaningful and helping students build skills, confidence, and excitement. Carnegie Learning's ClearMath ClearMath combines engaging activities with tools for personalized practice and support for diverse learners. Learning List’s reviewers highlighted several features that distinguish ClearMath, including: Hands-on and game-based learning : Students learn new math concepts through teacher-facilitated discussions and interactive activities. ClearMath integrates MATHia® Adventure, an adaptive digital tutor that provides personalized, game-based instruction and practice. Assignments in MATHia® correlate directly to the skills taught in the student edition. Data-driven instruction : The program is designed to support the use of formative assessment and data to guide teaching. Each Content lesson includes built-in opportunities for teachers to check for understanding. An exit ticket informs grouping and reteaching during Re-Engagement lessons. Supports for All Learners : MATHia® Adventure is an adaptive program that provides problems and support for students at all ability levels. Mathia also includes text-to-speech functionality and closed-captioned videos. Both the student and teacher resources are provided in English and Spanish and include specific resources for multilingual learners. The teacher implementation guide consistently includes differentiation guidance. Focus on mathematical thinking and reasoning : ClearMath associates Costa’s Habits of Mind with the Standards for Mathematical Practice throughout the material. The materials support the intention of the Math Practice Standards by emphasizing reasoning, defending and justifying responses, and critiquing the reasoning of others throughout the lessons.  About Learning List Learning List has reviewed the alignment of Carnegie Learning's ClearMath to the Common Core State Standards and Standards for Mathematical Practice, as well as the instructional quality and technology compatibility of the program. Subscribe to Learning List for access to the reviews of this material and thousands of other K-12 instructional materials. About Carnegie Learning* Carnegie Learning was founded in 1998 by cognitive and computer scientists from Carnegie Mellon University who teamed up with math educators at Pittsburgh Public Schools to launch a high-school math learning technology. Today, Carnegie Learning uses artificial intelligence, formative assessment, and adaptive learning to deliver solutions to education's toughest challenges across multiple subject areas, including mathematics, English language arts, computer science, and world languages. *Information in this section is provided by or adapted from Carnegie Learning .

Learning List has reviewed Carnegie Learning’s Integrated Math Series. Overview of Integrated Math Integrated Math is a set of comprehensive mathematics products for high school Integrated Math I-III courses. The program develops conceptual understanding and procedural fluency through collaborative learning experiences. Adaptive online resources support differentiated instruction and self-paced learning. Instruction focuses on developing mastery of mathematical concepts and processes through real-world examples and applications, hands-on activities, and ongoing formative assessment. Mathematical reasoning is developed through problem solving, discussion, and collaborative analysis of solution strategies. Blended learning is supported through Carnegie Learning’s adaptive “MATHia” program, which individualizes instruction and provides opportunities for self-paced learning.  MATHia presents lessons in “Workspaces” that focus on specific content and discrete skills. Each Workspace identifies learning objectives and new vocabulary, and provides instruction through a variety of interactive activities, including direct instruction videos and problem-solving animations. About Learning List Learning List  has reviewed the alignment of Carnegie Learning's ClearMath to the Common Core State Standards for mathematics, as well as the instructional quality and technology compatibility of the program. Subscribe to Learning List  for access to the reviews of this material and thousands of other K-12 instructional materials. About Carnegie Learning* Carnegie Learning was founded in 1998 by cognitive and computer scientists from Carnegie Mellon University who teamed up with math educators at Pittsburgh Public Schools to launch a high-school math learning technology. Today, Carnegie Learning uses artificial intelligence, formative assessment, and adaptive learning to deliver solutions to education's toughest challenges across multiple subject areas, including mathematics, English language arts, computer science, and world languages. *Information in this section is provided by or adapted from Carnegie Learning .

Are you looking for a digital math program that supports students’ independent learning? Take a look at Learning List’s reviews of MATHia ® . Carnegie Learning’s MATHia® MATHia® is a digital, adaptive tutor for students in grades 6-12 that provides instruction and practice, personalized to meet students’ individual learning needs. The units and topics correlate to content in math textbooks published by Carnegie Learning; however, the program can be used to supplement other primary resources, as well. The program focuses on providing each student with an individualized learning experience and encourages students to become self-directed learners. Assignments include step-by-step examples and explanations to help students understand math conceptually. Students receive immediate feedback and hints to support their success. Tools allow students to monitor their own progress. About Learning List's Reviews In addition to reviewing the material's instructional quality, Learning List has reviewed the material’s alignment to the CCSS standards for middle and high school courses. Like many supplemental products, the alignment percentage varies across grade levels. Read Learning List’s alignment reports to find out which standards the material is aligned to before you use it. Learning List has also reviewed the material’s technology compatibility. To learn more about this product and thousands more PreK-12 instructional materials, contact Learning List for subscription information. About Carnegie Learning* Carnegie Learning was founded in 1998 by cognitive and computer scientists from Carnegie Mellon University who teamed up with math educators at Pittsburgh Public Schools to launch a high-school math learning technology. Today, Carnegie Learning uses artificial intelligence, formative assessment, and adaptive learning to deliver solutions to education's toughest challenges across multiple subject areas, including mathematics, English language arts, computer science, and world languages. *Information in this section is provided by or adapted from Carnegie Learning .